Martha Bea Ellis, 80, of Columbus, passed away Monday, September, 14, 2015. She was born January 4, 1935 in Jonesville, LA to the late Lewis and Celeste Bowman. She retired from DCSC after 25 years of service and attended Rock of Faith Baptist Church where she worked in the food pantry every Saturday. She enjoyed participating in church activities. She has 15 brothers and sisters. Martha is survived by Perry her loving husband of 53 years, sons Perry and Steve and daughter Alicia, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Private services to be observed by the family. SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com.